Thor

Thor is a superhero who appears in publications published by Marvel Comics. The character first appeared in Journey into Mystery #83 (Aug. 1962) and was created by editor-plotter Stan Lee, scripter Larry Lieber, and penciller Jack Kirby. Debuting in the Silver Age of Comic Books, the character is based on the Thor of Norse mythology. He has starred in several ongoing series and limited series, and has been a perennial member of the superhero team the Avengers, appearing in each of the four volumes. The character has also appeared in associated Marvel merchandise including animated television series, clothing, toys, trading cards and video games. The film Thor, based on the character and comic, was released in 2011, with Kenneth Branagh as director and Chris Hemsworth starring as Thor. Hemsworth will reappear as Thor in the film The Avengers, set to be released in 2012 and Thor 2 in 2013.

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An alternate time. An alternate world. Humanity is part of a larger universe; they just don't know it yet. The life of Thor, the prince of Asgard, is changed when he learns of a grave and ancient threat that will bring darkness upon the cosmos. On a quest for answers, Thor must travel to new worlds and meet new beings, all while trying to solve one of the mysteries of the universe.

With the critical and financial success of Marvel's Avengers, Marvel studios have continued on the next stages of their Universe. Here, I will explain why Marvel's Phase 1 serves as the most important chapter.

An alternate time. An alternate world. Humanity is part of a larger universe; they just don't know it yet. The life of Thor, the prince of Asgard, is changed when he learns of a grave and ancient threat that will bring darkness upon the cosmos. On a quest for answers, Thor must travel to new worlds and meet new beings, all while trying to solve one of the mysteries of the universe.

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We've already seen Chris Hemsworth's hilarious Avengers: Age of Ultron sketch from last night's Saturday Night Live, but in case you were looking for more Thor, come check out the rest of Hemsworth's turn as SNL host now!

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Kenneth Branagh talks candidly here about his experience working with Marvel Studios and Kevin Feige, revealing what it was like to break the news to Chris Hemsworth and Tom Hiddleston that they had been cast as Thor and Loki. He also weighs in on possibly returning to work with them again...

Mjolnir being passed onto a female character has certain caused a divide better comic book readers. But is this change in the latest run of Thor really that big a deal? Hit the jump for a brief history of who else has wielded the hammer and how this may affect the future of the character.

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While in the past he's proven his comedic chops alongside more typical 'funny men' like Robert Downey Jr (The Avengers) and Tom Hiddleston (Thor: The Dark World), Chris Hemsworth will now take centre stage to host NBC's Saturday Night Live. Read on for details...

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As the Marvel Universe Expands, we will begin to see a shift from Science and the Cosmos to the realm of the Mystical. Hit the jump to read Part One of this series, where we take a look at Magic in MCU's Phase One!

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The Thor: The Dark World actress reprised the role of Lady Sif in a season 1 episode of Marvel's Agents Of S.H.I.E.L.D, and now she's set to return... but without her memories! Sif will also be battling a yet-to-be revealed super-powered villain. Click on for more details...

Tom Hiddleston was on the red carpet of the BAFTAs earlier this evening, and he talks here about returning for Thor: Ragnarok, how much longer he sees himself playing Loki, and the way film fans have responded to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Hit the jump to check out the video...

Branagh may have declined to return to the director's chair for Thor: The Dark World, but while promoting Cinderella at the Berlin Film Festival he told THR that he'd be "delighted" to helm another Marvel flick sometime. Well, Thor: Ragnarok needs a director!

A supposed intern from Marvel who was let go has taken to Reddit to list some information regarding the third Thor film, a short list of directors for the film, as well as information regarding Avengers: Infinity War. Read on for more details.